Unlocking the Secrets of Artaeum: A Guide to Reaching the Wayshrine

So, you’re itching to explore the mystical island of Artaeum and want to know how to get to that elusive Wayshrine? Fear not, adventurer! Accessing the Artaeum Wayshrine boils down to one key thing: completing the Summerset main quest known as “The Queen’s Decree.” Once you’ve finished this initial quest, the island opens up, and the Wayshrine, located a short jaunt south of the impressive Ceporah Tower, becomes available for your fast-traveling pleasure. Let’s dive into the specifics and answer some burning questions about reaching this fascinating location.

Reaching Artaeum and its Wayshrine: A Step-by-Step Guide

The path to the Artaeum Wayshrine is surprisingly straightforward, though it requires a little commitment to the Summerset Chapter storyline. Here’s the breakdown:

1. Acquire the Summerset Chapter: If you don’t already own it, make sure you have the Summerset Chapter for The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO). You can often find it on sale through the Crown Store or various online retailers.

2. Begin “The Queen’s Decree”: Head to Shimmerene on Summerset Isle. Just outside the town, you’ll find Razum-dar, the Khajiit agent, waiting with a quest marker above his head. Speak to him to start the quest “The Queen’s Decree.” This quest serves as the introductory mission to the Summerset Chapter.

3. Follow the Questline: Progress through the quest. This involves investigating some mysterious events, dealing with some pesky foes, and generally getting acquainted with the political landscape of Summerset.

4. Gain Access to Artaeum: Completing “The Queen’s Decree” officially unlocks access to Artaeum. You’ll receive a new quest that directs you to travel to the island.

5. Travel to Artaeum: Once unlocked, you can use the map to travel directly to Artaeum.

6. Locate the Artaeum Wayshrine: Upon arriving on Artaeum, the Wayshrine is located just a few paces south of the towering Ceporah Tower. It’s hard to miss!

Alternative Travel Methods

While completing “The Queen’s Decree” is the standard method, there are a couple of quicker options, though they depend on external factors:

• Teleportation to a Group/Guild Member: If you have a friend or guildmate already on Artaeum, you can simply teleport to them. This bypasses the initial quest requirement entirely.
• Grand Psijic Villa Player House: If you own the Grand Psijic Villa player house, you can exit directly to Artaeum from within the house. This requires purchasing the house from the Crown Store.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Artaeum

1. What is Artaeum?

Artaeum is the island home of the enigmatic Psijic Order, a monastic order of mages steeped in ancient traditions. It’s the third largest island of the Summerset archipelago. The island periodically vanishes and reappears, adding to its mystique.

2. How do I start the Psijic Order questline?

To begin the Psijic Order questline, you must first unlock access to Artaeum by completing “The Queen’s Decree” in Summerset. Once on Artaeum, speak with Loremaster Celarus inside Ceporah Tower to officially join the Order.

3. Where is Ceporah Tower?

Ceporah Tower is located on the northern end of Artaeum. It’s a very tall and prominent structure; you can’t miss it. It serves as the headquarters for the Psijic Order on the island.

4. What is the Psijic skill line?

The Psijic Order skill line is a unique skill line that focuses on manipulating time and space. It offers powerful active and passive abilities that can greatly enhance your character’s capabilities in combat and exploration.

5. How do I level up the Psijic skill line?

You level up the Psijic Order skill line by completing the Psijic Order quests given by Loremaster Celarus. These quests involve closing Psijic Portals that spawn throughout Tamriel.

6. Where do Psijic Portals spawn?

Psijic Portals spawn randomly throughout Tamriel, often in locations near old ruins and burial sites, similar to where Runestone nodes are typically found. They are marked by a swirling blue vortex.

7. Can I get Psijic robes in Skyrim?

Unfortunately, the unique Psijic Order robes seen in Skyrim cannot be obtained legitimately within the game. They are worn exclusively by members of the Psijic Order and are not available to the player.

8. What happened to the Psijic Order in the Elder Scrolls lore?

In the lore, the island of Artaeum mysteriously vanished centuries ago, taking the Psijic Order with it. The island periodically reappears and disappears, making the order elusive and enigmatic.

9. Is Artaeum a good place to level up scrying and excavation?

Yes, Artaeum is an excellent location for leveling up your scrying and excavation skills due to its small size and concentrated areas for antiquities. You can quickly find and excavate leads, making the process very efficient.

10. What are the Imprint of the Psijic Order markings?

The Imprint of the Psijic Order are glowing face and body markings that you earn by progressing through the Psijic Order questline. They are awarded upon completing Levels 5 and 7 of the skill line.

11. What are some of the benefits of joining the Psijic Order?

Joining the Psijic Order grants you access to the powerful Psijic Order skill line, unique cosmetic rewards like the Imprint of the Psijic Order, and the opportunity to delve into the lore and secrets of this ancient monastic order.

12. Do I need to complete the Summerset main quest to unlock the Psijic skill line?

Yes, you must complete the initial Summerset main quest, “The Queen’s Decree”, to gain access to Artaeum and begin the Psijic Order questline, which unlocks the skill line.

13. Can I get to Artaeum without owning the Summerset chapter?

No, the Summerset chapter is required to access Artaeum and begin the Psijic Order questline, unless you can teleport to a player already on the island or use the Grand Psijic Villa player house.

14. Are there any crafting stations on Artaeum?

Yes, there are crafting stations on Artaeum, allowing you to refine materials and craft items while exploring the island. They are conveniently located near the main areas of interest.

15. What kind of antiquities can I find on Artaeum?

Artaeum offers a variety of antiquities to discover, including fragments for furnishings, motifs, and other collectible items related to the Psijic Order. These antiquities are a great way to expand your collection and learn more about the history of the island and its inhabitants.

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